California-grown · Lab-tested · Free US shipping over $150
Clean, dust-free alfalfa and timothy hay pellets milled from our Imperial Valley fields. Trusted by rabbit breeders, guinea pig owners, rescues, and commercial rabbitries across the USA.
California-Grown Alfalfa
✦ Made in USA ✦
Dust-Free Pellets
✦ Lab-Tested Every Batch ✦
Free Shipping $150+
WHY AMETZA
Every bag of Ametza hay pellets starts in the Imperial Valley of California — America's premier alfalfa belt — and ends at your barn door without ever leaving the country. Our family-owned mill in Holtville steam-conditions each batch to eliminate dust, then cold-presses the forage into dense, uniform pellets that keep their shape in feeders and reduce waste by up to 30%.
We lab-test every batch for crude protein, fiber, moisture, and mycotoxins, and we mill-date every bag so you always know exactly how fresh your feed is. No imported filler, no GMO grains, no binders — just pure California forage pressed into the perfect bite-size pellet for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, goats, and other small livestock.
Whether you're feeding one house rabbit or running a 500-doe commercial rabbitry, Ametza delivers consistent nutrition, transparent sourcing, and Made-in-USA reliability in every bag.
From starter bundles to breeder-lab tools.
FOR BREEDERS & COMMERCIAL FARMS
Commercial rabbitries, guinea pig rescues, chinchilla breeders, goat dairies, and independent feed retailers trust Ametza wholesale hay pellets for consistent supply, transparent lab certificates of analysis, and custom pellet formulation. Our pallet program ships 40 × 50 lb sacks (2,000 lb pallets) of alfalfa, timothy, or orchard-grass pellets directly from Holtville, California with freight-forward pricing to all 48 contiguous states.
We support private-label packaging, custom protein blends (16% / 18% / 20% crude protein), forage-only low-calcium maintenance pellets, and made-to-order breeder formulas. Every pallet ships with a printed batch COA showing protein, ADF, NDF, calcium, phosphorus, and moisture — the documentation your feed buyers and show judges expect.
New to wholesale? Start with a free retailer sample kit or schedule a pallet quote with our breeder support team. Net-30 terms available for qualified accounts.
WHAT KEEPERS SAY
"Switched our 300-doe operation to Ametza six months ago. Conception rates are up, the hay arrives dust-free, and the lab reports mean I can defend my feed program to any buyer."
— Maria H., Central Valley Rabbitry, CA
"My asthmatic son can finally help feed the rabbits. Ametza pellets are the first brand that doesn't throw dust when we scoop. Worth every penny."
— Dana R., hobby keeper, Phoenix, AZ
"We stock three feed brands; Ametza's the one I personally recommend when a customer wants lab-tested forage for a specialty animal. Sell-through is excellent."
— Kevin T., feed store owner, OR
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Everything rabbit owners, guinea pig keepers, and commercial breeders ask before switching to Ametza California-grown pellets.
Alfalfa hay pellets are high in protein (16–18%) and calcium — ideal for growing rabbits under 6 months, pregnant or nursing does, and animals that need to gain weight. Timothy hay pellets are lower in protein (9–11%) and calcium, making them the recommended daily forage for adult rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas to prevent bladder stones and obesity. Most Ametza customers feed alfalfa to juveniles and switch to timothy at 6–7 months of age.
Yes. Our timothy and orchard-grass pellets contain no added sugars, seeds, dyes, or grains — only pure lab-tested California hay. They are safe for guinea pigs, chinchillas, rabbits, and degus. Guinea pigs should also receive daily vitamin C supplementation and unlimited fresh hay alongside pellets. We recommend 1–2 tablespoons of pellets per guinea pig per day.
Every Ametza pellet is grown, cured, and milled in Holtville, California — the heart of the Imperial Valley alfalfa belt. We control the full supply chain from field to bag: our fields, our trucks, our steam-conditioning mill, and our in-house lab. No imported hay, no outsourced milling.
Standard feeding guidelines: growing rabbits (under 6 months) get unlimited alfalfa pellets plus unlimited alfalfa hay. Adult rabbits (over 6 months) get 1/4 cup of timothy pellets per 5 lb of body weight daily, plus unlimited grass hay and 1 cup of leafy greens. Pregnant or nursing does return to unlimited alfalfa pellets until kits are weaned.
Yes. We offer pallet pricing (40 × 50 lb sacks = 2,000 lb / pallet) with freight-forward quotes to all 48 US states, private-label packaging, and custom protein formulations for commercial rabbitries, pet stores, guinea pig rescues, and feed retailers. Net-30 terms are available for qualified accounts. Visit our wholesale program page or email sales@ametzallc.com.
Every bag is stamped with a mill date. Unopened pellets stay fresh for 12 months when stored in a cool, dry place below 70°F. After opening, use within 6 weeks for peak nutrition; transfer to an airtight feed bin to block moisture and pests. Never feed pellets that smell sour, show mold, or have been exposed to moisture.
We ship via UPS Ground and USPS Priority to all 50 US states. Free shipping on retail orders over $150. Most orders leave our Holtville facility within 1 business day and arrive in 2–5 business days. Pallet freight (wholesale) ships via LTL carrier with liftgate delivery available. We do not currently ship internationally.
Yes — transition over 7–10 days to avoid GI upset. Start with 75% old feed and 25% Ametza for 2–3 days, then 50/50 for 2–3 days, 25/75 for 2–3 days, and finally 100% Ametza. Always keep unlimited fresh grass hay and water available during the switch. Rabbits and guinea pigs with sensitive stomachs may benefit from adding a probiotic during transition.
BEHIND THE BAG
See how we cut, cure, and mill alfalfa at our Holtville, California facility.
